Opportunities on the Out

Opportunities on the Out is StandOut’s job board. It’s where we share opportunities from employers and training providers we know to be reliable, supportive and welcoming of applicants with convictions.

We hope that Opportunities on the Out is a useful resource, however, it is important to remember that it does not replace your own job search.

If you would like support with any aspect of your job search, want to chat through one of the opportunities below - or need support with anything else, please get in touch with one of our coaches.

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Employment

The Championships, Wimbledon 2026 – Guest & Operational Roles

Applications are now open for guest-facing and operational roles at The Championships 2026!

What’s on offer:
• Entry-level roles, so no experience required
• London Living Wage
• Contracts ranging from 2 weeks to a few months
• Gain valuable work experience and employability skills at an international sporting event

📰 Contract: Temporary / Seasonal

📍 Location: Wimbledon, London

📅 Apply: Opens 22 December 2025
⏰ Closing date: 4 January 2026

📌 Eligibility:
• Must be 18+ by June 2026
• Must have the right to work in the UK

📝 How to apply:
Apply via the Wimbledon Jobs website. If asked where you heard about the role, please select “Wimbledon Foundation.”

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more.

Pret a Manger: Kitchen Leader

Lead the heart of the kitchen! Kitchen Leaders inspire teams, uphold quality, and make sure every dish meets Pret’s high standards - keeping customers happy, every shift.

Perks:
• £13.56–£14.81 per hour (incl. mystery shopper bonus*)
• Flexible shifts + 28 days paid holiday (pro rata)
• Free meals on shift + free shoes
• Club Pret (50% off food + 5 free drinks daily)
• Pension, Virtual GP & employee discounts
• Training, apprenticeships & career progression

📰 Contract: Full-time / Part-time

📍 Location: UK-wide Pret a Manger stores

⚙️ You’ll be doing:
• Leading and supporting the kitchen team during shifts
• Ensuring food is made to Pret’s quality and safety standards
• Running back-of-house operations smoothly
• Managing stock counts and kitchen admin
• Acting as a role model for Pret values and behaviours

💡 You’ll bring:
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience
• A passion for food quality and customer service
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Energy, teamwork, and a positive attitude
• Confidence working in a fast-paced environment

📅 Closing date: Ongoing

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more.

Veolia: HGV Driver, Hammersmith

Drive essential services and make a positive impact in your community every day. Join Veolia and help take care of the environment while delivering great service.

Perks:
• £33,378 per year + Veolia benefits
• 20 days annual leave
• People’s pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy & 24/7 virtual GP for you & household
• Discounts on groceries & retailers
• Health, mental & financial support resources
• Training & development opportunities

📰 Contract: Full-time, 36 hrs/week, Mon–Fri 6:00am–14:30pm (48 mins unpaid break)

📍 Location: Hammersmith & Fulham, Bagleys Lane, Fulham, SW6 2QA

⚙️ You’ll be doing:
• Pre-trip & end-of-shift vehicle inspections
• Operating HGV safely & following traffic laws
• Reporting mechanical issues & drivers’ hours compliance
• Maintaining vehicle cleanliness & health & safety protocols
• Communicating with Management & clients professionally

🚛 You’ll bring:
• HGV Class 2 Licence + CPC / DIGI card
• Team player energy & strong communication skills
• Bonus: prior experience in waste industry

📅 Apply now: Make a difference for your community and the environment!

Flexible Opportunities at the Social Pantry

If you are looking for something more flexible, the Social Pantry are hiring freelance and casual workers to help cater large events in London.

Roles currently recruiting:
• Event Manager: Manage events up to 800 guests
• Operations Manager: Coordinate logistics, staff & vendors
• Floor / Assistant Manager: Support event managers, manage teams
• Bar Manager / Supervisor: Lead bar teams & oversee service
• Bartender: Serve high-end wine & spirits
• Cocktail Bartender: Create memorable cocktail experiences
• Waiting Staff: Provide warm, efficient FOH service
• Cloakroom Attendant: Greet guests & support queries
• Chef de Partie: Work in the production kitchen for events
• Porter / Driver: Load/unload vans & support back-of-house setup

📍 Contract: Casual, Flexible, Freelance
💡 Perks: Work at prestigious venues, develop skills, be part of a dynamic team

Exclusions: sex offences

Contact the StandOut Team to learn more and for a referral.

Education and training

Bounceback

Bounce Back is a training provider offering a diverse range of programmes focused on construction industry skills, including Painting and Decorating and CSCS training. The next training dates are as follows:

Traffic Marshall course: 5 February 2026

CSCS: 4 February 2026

Intro to Rail: 12 February 2026

Microsoft Mentoring: Jan 2026

Painting & Dec: Waiting list only

Location: London (details provided on sign-up)

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more.

KERB: Street food training

Kerb offers an opportunity for anyone who aspires to start their own food business to learn everything about owning a business, planning and executing there idea, through online courses and in person workshops. There is then an opportunity to pitch your completed busy plan to a group of professionals who may then fund your business start up.

Location: London (details provided on sign-up)

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more.

XO BIKES

What is it: A Velotech accredited, industry recognised qualification in bike mechanics. In phase 1 of the course, we work on core course content, transitioning through the Bronze, Silver, Gold Velotech standards, with phase 2 focusing on consolidating, skill building and practicing. XO Bikes Training Programme xobikes.com people@onwardsandupwards.uk Support during the course

Weekly employment masterclasses, including CV building, job applications, interview prep and professional behaviour support.

Weekly 1-to-1 coaching to develop communication, resilience, goal setting and leadership Group mindset sessions focused on confidence, dealing with setbacks, motivation, and peer support.

Travel and lunch fully covered Aspirations focused – we help people gain positive outcomes at the end of the course by helping them transition into training, volunteering or work.

Key Details

• 18+ Individuals, who has either a criminal record or is at risk of offending, whether they’ve been to prison or not.

• Fully funded place on the course Oyster Travel and lunch covered Up to 16 weeks.

📍 Locations: 210 Lewisham High Street SE13 6J
📅 Course Dates: Next Course - 12 January 2025

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more.

Twin group: Training programmes

This programme offers fully funded training courses for individuals aged 19+ who are unemployed, seeking work, or earning under £25,000 annually. The courses are flexible and accessible, catering to people with childcare, part-time jobs, or other commitments, and include self-paced and scheduled options. Available qualifications range from Level 1 to Level 3 in areas such as business, customer service, retail, warehousing, money management and autism awareness. All training is completely free, and in-person visits can be arranged to help explain opportunities to staff or service users.

💸 Cost: Free.

📍 Location: London

📅 Placement Dates: Ongoing

Get in touch with StandOut coaches to find out more

Events and Community

Running Club: City Runners

City Runners is a free running club based in central London, we are the only running club based in central London. We cater for people of all abilities and meet once a week to run along the river Thames from near London Bridge. It is a small, relaxed and friendly club. We meet on Tuesdays at 7.00pm (outside Shortwave bar in Bermondsey Square). You can drop off valuables in Shortwave then we leave at 7.15 prompt. We have a set route of around 5k and for those that want to go further we have a 9k route. On weekends our distances vary and it's best to join the facebook group to see what runs we are doing, we normally meet at 11.15am on Sunday and do more like 10k and above for people training for 1/2 marathons and marathons. You need to be over 18 to join the club and there is one rule that you need to abide by to become a member, you need to check the route before coming for your first time. For newcomers that aren't particularly fast we advise you to come with a buddy who is roughly at the same level so you don't get left behind.

For City Runners' members who want to buy new trainers or large size trainers in the UK, we have a 15% discount scheme with London City Runner based in St Pauls, we also have a 10% discount scheme set up with runners need. You can view photographs and see the other members by joining the group on facebook.

If you would like to be a member of City Runners then it is free to join. Simply email timnavinjones@hotmail.com for more details.

The Art Circle, Hammersmith and Fulham

Free weekly art workshop hosted by trained art therapist Helen Cooper. This is a wellness group for everyone, especially those who may be struggling with difficulties with their physical or mental health. No experience necessary and all materials will be provided.

Address: Sands End Arts & Community Centre,
Peterborough Road, Fulham, SW6 3EZ
Hammersmith and Fulham

When: Every Tuesday, 12-1.30pm

The last class is 16 December. The classes will restart in January.

StandOut Support

• We have grants and financial support available; covering household items, emergency accommodation, travel, ID, food and more. We also have progression grants to support you with starting a course or purchasing equipment such as PPE to start work.

• Clothing (including coats) and toiletries are also available to collect from our offices in Vauxhall.

  Please get in touch with any StandOut coach if you are interested!

Other Support

Disclosure advice

• Unlock Free advice about criminal convictions and when you have to disclose to employers. They also advise on getting insurance, travelling abroad, self-employment and more. Call 01634247350 or WhatsApp 07824 113848. Many helpful resources online too https://hub.unlock.org.uk/
  

• Nacro Another helpline supporting people with convictions with disclosure, your employee rights, money management and more. Call 03001231999 or visit https://www.nacro.org.uk/criminal-record-support-service/